Events

Tonight (November 10th) is another installment of Snapback LBC at The Federal Underground in Downtown Long Beach. This week’s special guest is Gravitiy One plus residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Remark, & Dj Orion + hosted by Toquan Tha MC. If you love classic Hip Hop & R&B, this is a perfect way to kick off your weekend!

We are also hosting a free 30 min scratch workshop at BJIOS! It’s free! Space is limited to 12 people. This workshop is for new attendees only. If you are unable to attend after you have RSVP;’d please contact us.

Tonight (October 27th) is another installment of Snapback LBC at The Federal Bar in North Hollywood. This week’s guest in honor of Halloween, it’s the one & only Dj Wrex + residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Remark & Dj Orion & host: Toquan The MC. If you love classic Hip Hop & R&B, this is a perfect way to kick off your Halloween weekend!

This Friday (October 20th) is another weekly installment of Do-It at The Shortstop in Los Angeles with residents Dj Expo and Dj Sean-O. To celebrate their 3 Year Anniversary, their special guest this week is our very own Dj Melo-D. Start off you weekend at Do-It & get your groove on! To RSVP: http://doitLA.eventbrite.com

Tonight (October 6th) is another installment of Snapback LBC at The Federal Underground in Downtown Long Beach. This week’s special guest is Mr. Swiff plus residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Remark, & Dj B-Stang + hosted by Trek Life. If you love classic Hip Hop & R&B, this is a perfect way to kick off your weekend!

Join us Saturday Oct. 7th from 6-8pm @beatjunkieios for a LIVE recording of @cut_chemist‘s radio show “A Stable Sound”
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Come though and wish Cut and Shortkut a Happy Birthday and vibe out with them, more special guests TBA, LIVE from the LONGTAGON!
–RSVP:bit.ly/ASTABLESOUNDCurrent BJIOS Students and Members are Free, please contact BJIOS to sign up!
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Remember to check out Cut Chemist and Shortkut at the Echoplex, Sunday Oct. 8th, as they celebrate 20 years of#FuturePrimitive brought to you by @footlongdevelopment

Friday (October 6th) is the Future Primitive Sound Session 20 Year Anniversary featuring Cut Chemist & Dj Shortkut at the Great Northern in San Francisco. With special guests Dj Platurn (45 Sessions), Gordo Gabeza (Motown On Mondays Founder), & Miles Medina (The Goldie Awards 2017 World Champion). This is an event that you don’t want to miss!

Join us Monday October 9th from 5-8pm at the Beat Junkie Institute of Sound for an up close look inside the world of DJ’ing. Take a tour of our facility and learn how to DJ on state of the art equipment from the Beat Junkies! Light appetizers and cocktails will be served, be sure and reserve your space!

Come celebrate the launch of Glendale Tech Week 2017 with LA’s very own Beat Junkies!

Join LA’s favorite Monday night weekly dance party, MOM LA (Motown On Mondays), to celebrate your Labor Day in style, ‘Upstairs’ on the rooftop of Ace DTLA! Soak in the sunshine & lovely view of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline with the MOM LA Players, plus special guests, serving up feel good music to feed your soul and keep you movin’ and groovin all day long.

For the thirsty & hungry party goers, the rooftop bar will have a fine selection of craft cocktails, draft beers, and gourmet bites for offer. All sun worshipers & water lovers are invited to enjoy the rooftop pool area. Grab your dancing shoes, tell a friend, and get ready for a funky good time!

Saturday (September 9th) is the Grand Opening of the BJIOS Tech Shop by Open Format LA & Jesse Dean Designs. We officially open up for all you Portable Turntablists where you can get your portable turntables purchased, modified, & repaired at. In celebration of the grand opening, we will be having Open Turntables, Food Trucks, & many more.

This Sunday (September 3rd) during Labor Day Weekend, Rhettmatic will be spinning at The Goodness, all happening the Meadowlark’s Patio in Denver, CO. It’s a daytime event from 3-9pm with resident Dj Lowkey + special guests Dj Morsecode, Dj Equal, & Dj Mikey Fresh. It’s the last Goodness party of the Summer. If you are in the Denver area, this is the spot to be!

September 2nd & 3rd during the Labor Day Weekend, Dj Babu will be joining his group Dilated Peoples at the Dry Diggings Music Festival. Also on the bill is Dilated’s own Evidence, Anuhea, Spawnbreezie, & many more. If you want to get your camping on & watch musical acts, this is the place to be.

Along with the donuts, exclusive J Dilla merchandise and vinyl releases will be on sale. DeliciousVinyl recording artist Frank Nitt (Frank-N-Dank, Yancey Boys) will be hosting live DJs and MCs all weekend, including DJ Rhettmatic on Sept. 1 at 8pm. Soul Circle Radio will be webcasting live on Sept. 2 from12pm-2pm.

Friday (September 1st), the Funky President J.Rocc will be doing a special extended set at The Great Northern in San Francisco. He will be also joined by Bay Area staples, DJs Kingmost & Dj Umami. $10 Tix at Ticketfly. If you’re in the Bay Area, this is the spot to start off your Labor Day weekend!

Here’s an event we recommend if you live in the Los Angeles area & if you want to hear progressive good music & enjoy good vibes!

“The Juice is a party series based out of Los Angeles started by Good Sport Creative and Koreatown The events sole purpose is to serve as the intersection for like-minded individuals to congregate and collaborate within a cohesive and progressive ambiance. Our concept originates from the desire of re- estabilishing the “FUN” back to the Los Angeles culture/event scene and wash away all preconceived notions of the Hollywood life. On Thursday feb. 2nd The Juice hit the regent for its biggest event so far!”

Tonight (July 25th) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LA on Sunday at The Short Stop in Los Angeles with residents Dj Expo, Dj Jedi, & Monalisa + special guests: our very own Shortkut. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (June 30) is a special The 45 Sessions event. Their special guest, the legendary Dj Prince Paul (Stetsasonic/De La Soul/Gravediggaz/Handsome Boy Modeling School/Dirty Disco Squares) along with residents Dj Platurn, Mr. E, & our very own Shortkut. Hosted by Fran Boogie. All happening at The Uptown in Oakland. For more info & tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/45-sessions-presents-prince-paul-tickets-26000321662 This is event that you do not want to miss!

Tonight (June 24th) is a presentation of Kut Up Fridays at The Rock Steady in Downtown Oakland with our very own Shortkut as the resident DJ along with Le’ Swindle plus special guest Dj Umami. Come start off your weekend for a FREE night of dope music & fresh vibes!

Saturday (June 18th) is a double duty for the Junkies….the 2ND event that’s going down is the Container Yard 2 Year Anniversary, of course, at the Container Yard in Downtown LA. Reppin the crew will be Dj Babu, D-Styles, & Melo-D plus opening set by Dj Bella Fiasco. It’s a 21 & over event from 6-11pm. Enjoy some good Food, Arts, & Music at The Container Yard. For more info & tickets, go to www.thecontaineryard.com/shop/tcy2

Friday (June 17th), our very own Dj Babu will be spinning a set at the Walt Disney Concert Hall special event called “Sleepless”. He will be joining Dj Expo, Exile, Monalisa, Dj Jedi, Inka 1 & many more. It’s happening from 11pm to 3am. Presale tickets are available on the day off starting at 10pm. Don’t miss this nocturnal dance party event!

Stones Throw is starting a weekly pool party at The Line Hotel in Los Angeles, Saturdays, 1-6 PM through summer 2016. There’s different DJ’s every week. Come by and find out who (a Beat Junkie is scheduled to be at one of these).

June 4, 11, 25 / July 2, 9, 23, 30 / August 6, 20

This event is free for hotel guests no RSVP necessary. RSVP is required for non-hotel guests. Guests with “Attending” RSVP are guaranteed entry until 2pm. At 2pm guests with “Wait Listed” RSVP are allowed entry that is subject to capacity.stonesthrowbythepool2.splashthat.com

Tonight (June 3rd) & tomorrow (June 4th), the legendary Invisibl Skratch Piklz will be peforming at the X-Games in Austin, Texas. Q-Bert, Mixmaster Mike, D-Styles, & Shortkut will be at the Intel Tent inside the Circuit Of The Americas. Don’t miss this incredible event. For more info: www.thudrumble.com

This Saturday (June 4th) is the another installment of one of LA’s longest running Hip Hop dance party “The Boombox” with residents Dj Inka One, Dj Ben Diggin, & Dj Analog. Their special guests this month is our very own Mr. Choc (Beat Junkies) & Free The Robots. All happening at The Grand Star Jazz Club in Chinatown (Downtown Los Angeles). Definitely don’t sleep on this!

Friday, April 29th….The Beat Junkies are doing a special one off party in Downtown LA called “Live & Direct”. Babu, D-Styles, J.Rocc, Melo-D, & Rhettmatic will be throwin down on the decks plus some special guests might come thru. All happening at The Well. Doors from 10pm-2am. Donations $10. Los Angeles, come thru & get down with the Beat Junkie Sound!

Friday & Saturday (April 22nd & 23rd), Dilated Peoples will be performing at The Observatory both in Orange County & San Diego, CA this past November. Make sure to check out Rakaa, Evidence, & Dj Babu at these shows! All Ages, Tix: $10. Don’t miss this dope Hip Hop show…one of the best groups to do it!

Tonight (April 18th), once again it is another installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (April 15) is the Last Hip Hop Party at Mighty SF. Yes, people….it’s the really the finale at The Mighty SF. The venue has taken new ownership and will be going through some changes. This is our very own Shortkut‘s Bay Area Residency for the last 7 Years….so to go out with a bang, he brought our big brother, Dj Maseo aka Plug 3 aka Vinny Merlot of the legendary De La Soul to rock a 2×4 set with him all night, plus opening set by Papalote HiFi‘s own Mr. E & the one & only Fran Boogie handling the mic duties! For tickets, go to eventbrite.com. You won’t wanna’ miss this! Shoutouts to Derek Hana & Carey Kopp for their time & service to the Bay Area Music Community!

Tonight (April 15th), it’s the 2nd installment of The Art Of Storytellin’ (A Tribute to Outkast) at The Echo in Los Angeles with Dj Sake 1 & our very own Mr. Choc. Brought to you by the good folks from Footlong Development. This is the place to be if you want to hear all your favorite classic Outkast joints & more. For more info: www.footlongdevelopment.com

Tonight (April 1st) is the Triple Threat Grand Finale at Mighty SF. Yes, people….it’s the last Triple Threat DJs’ Residency at Mighty San Francisco.The venue has taken new ownership and will be going through some changes. So to celebrate their 7 year residency, Dj Apollo, Vin-Roc, Shortkut, & Fran Boogie have decided to go out with a bang!! RSVP on eventbrite.com for NO COVER before 11pm and OPEN BAR from 9-10pm! You won’t wanna’ miss this! Shoutouts to Derek Hana & Carey Kopp for their time & service to the Bay Area Music Community!

Tonight (March 31st) is a special edition of Dj Day‘s “Reunion” Party in Palm Springs. It is bittersweet because Day is celebrating his 6 Year Anniversary, and it is the last Reunion Party ever. For this event, he’s bringing out the big guns: J.Rocc, Thee Mike B, Dj Exile, Aimlo, Dj Expo, & Jeremy Sole. Hosted by the one & only Aloe Blacc. All happening at the Amigo Room inside the Ace Hotel & Swim Room in Palm Springs. This is a dance party that you do not want to miss out on. Thank you Dj Day for all your work & contribution to our culture! Salute! #DirtyScience

TONIGHT! (March 25th) at 1015 Folsom in San Frnacisco, is the worldy popular dance party from the UK, Deviation with host & main currator, BBC‘s own Benji B. He’s sharing the bill with the likes of our very own J.Rocc, The Moodyman, Erykah Badu, Ge-ology, & more. This is the spot to be in the San Francisco area for the Easter Weekend.

Saturday (March 26th) is the Abra Ca Dabs Festival at the San Bernadino County Fairgrounds in Victorville, CA. With performances by Dilated Peoples, The Visionaries, Awol One, & many more. For more info: www.abracadabsfestival.com

This Saturday (March 19th), the Stones Throw crew will be doing a special showcase at SXSW in Austin, Tx. Head honcho Peanut Butter Wolf, our very own J.Rocc, the incredible Karriem Riggins, the dynamic duo of Anderson.Paak & Knxwledge aka NX Worries & many more will be performing at The Empire Control Room & Garage. For more info: http://www.stonesthrow.com/news/2016/03/sxsw-2016

This Friday (March 18th), DJ Rhettmatic & Mad Skillz return with another epic edition of The Wedding Mixer, brought to you by Footlong Development!

What initially began as a request to DJ a wedding, then became a mixtape affectionately called the Wedding Mixer, has now become a party. Please join Rhett as lays down all the classic 70’s, 80’s & 90’s party joints on some “grown folk” steeze.. He’s intent on challenging himself to spin a set in the same vein as his Wedding Mixer mixtapes. All happening at The Echo in Los Angeles.

Tonight (March 10th), Jurassic 5‘s very own Chali2na & his band, The House Of Vibe, are performing live at the Federal Underground aka the Federal Bar in Long Beach, along with our very own DJ Icy Ice + Toquan The MC. For some good live Hip Hop Vibes in Long Beach, this is the place to be!

Tonight (March 7th) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (March 5th), Papalote Hi Fi‘s own Dj Mr. E presents “Word”, an 80’s & 90’s night with resident Dj Umami, and special guest, our very own Dj Shortkut. Hosted by Fran Boogie. All happening at The Parliament in Oakland. Bay Area, if you want to get your groove on to the classics, this is the place to be.

This weekend, our very own Mr. Choc will be celebrating his birthday by doing a mini Australian Tour in Sydney & Brisbane. To all the Aussie Massive, make sure to check him out at the Rumpus Room in Brisbane & Oiishi (Play Bar) in Sydney. S/O to Dj Kavi!

Tonight (March 3rd), our very own World Traveller, Dj Shortkut will be doing a guest set at “Groovelicious” at Club Quinta in Sao Paulo, Brazil. For all our Brazillian Massive, don’t sleep on this rare appearance. Obrigado!

Tonight (March 3rd) is a special event called “Hodge Podge” in honor of celebrating one of LA’s respected musician’s birthday, trumpeter Todd Simon. LA’s talented DJs & Musicians such as Mark De Clive Lowe, Jeremy Sole, members of Buyepongo, our very own Rhettmatic, & many others will be joining Todd & his band Ethio Cali on a musical jam session. All happening at The General Lee in Chinatown (DTLA) and it’s FREE ALL NIGHT. Come thru & enjoy a night with Los Angeles’ talented music community!

Tonight (February 29th) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (February 25th) is Last Thursdays With The Beat Junkies at The Pot Lobby Bar in Koreatown (Los Angeles). It’s FREE from 9pm to 1am and it’s every last Thursday of each month….Come vibe with the Junkies as they will dropping some dope tunes for you to enjoy! Shoutouts to our boy Chef Roy Choi!

Tonight (February 22nd) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (February 22nd), our very own Dj Shortkut will be doing a special guest set at Motown On Mondays Seattle at Bar End with residents Djs: Supreme La Rock & Dj 100Proof. For some serious get down with the Motown Sound, this is the place to be. Shoutouts to all the Motown On Mondays Massive Nationwide!

Tonight (February 15th) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. Come celebrate President’s Day & the day after Valentine’s Day with the crew. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (February 6th), during the Superbowl Weekend, it’s Dilla Weekend in both San Francisco & Los Angeles to celebrate 10 years of life & music of our fallen brother, J Dilla.

First one, the Funky President J.Rocc & Shortkut will be throwing down at Mighty in San Francisco in honor of Dilla, along with Mr. E, Dj Haylow, & hosted by Fran Boogie. Bay Area, you don’t want to miss this.

Also tonight in Los Angeles, Rhettmatic will be doing a special set at the 9th Annual “Doin It For Dilla” at Boombox with residents Inka One, Ben Diggin, & Dj Analog. All happening at The Grand Star Jazz Club.

Wherever you are in the world, put one up for the one James Yancey aka J Dilla….one of the greatest music producer of our time!

TONIGHT (February 4th) is another installment of “All You Can Dance” w/ J.Rocc & Black Mr. Choc at Del Monte Speakeasyin Venice, CA. It’s DILLA MONTH so you know it’s going down tonight! It’s every 1st Thursdays of each month. This is the spot to be to get your dance on in honor of J.Dilla …..Don’t Sleep!

Tonight (February 1st) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LA on Sunday at The Short Stop in Los Angeles with residents Dj Sloepoke, Dj Phatrick + special guests: Motown On Mondays LBC‘s own Dj Icy Ice & Jeff Cee. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (January 25th) is another installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your week!

Tonight (January 23rd), a special one time event called “Downtown Soul” is happening at The Regent in Downtown Los Angeles. With an All-Star Line Up of talented Djs/Producers/Singers gracing the stage playing all types of good music: Tiffany Gouche, Lakim, Rhettmatic, Joyce Wrice, Coleman, Orijanus, & Andres. This is an event that you do not want to miss. For tickets & more info, go to www.soulection.com.

Tonight (January 22nd) during the NAMM Show Weekend, is another installment of “Do It” with residents Dj Expo & Dj Sean O at The Shortstop in Los Angeles. Their tonight’s special guest is our very own Dj Shortkut. Come thru for a night of good music, dancing vibes, & good peoples! All Styles, All Smiles!

Tonight (January 17th) is a special installment of Motown On Mondays LBC on Sunday at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach. It’s a special Dr. Martin Luther King Get Down with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your MLK weekend!

TONIGHT (January 7th) is another installment of “All You Can Dance” w/ J.Rocc & Black Carlos aka Mr. Choc at Del Monte Speakeasy in Venice, CA. It’s the first AYCD of 2016 so you know it’s going down tonight! It’s every 1st Thursdays of each month. This is the spot to be to get your dance on and …..Don’t Sleep!

Saturday (January 2nd), Rhettmatic will be kicking off his 2016 as a special guest at “Super Handsome” with residents Dj Delve, Dj Sssolution, & Jon C. All hapening at the Manifest Honolulu in Chinatown, Hawaii. Come thru for a night good music, good vibes, some get down, & some drinks. What a way to kick off the new year…Aloha!

Tonight (December 16th), our very own Rhettmatic & Mr. Choc will be spinning a set at the Geto Baby Record Pool/Cali Kings 20 Year Anniversary Party at The Study in Hollywood. Other prominent DJs will be The Baka Boyz, C-Minus, Dj Ralph M (Funkdoobiest/KDAY Mixmasters), Monalisa, Dj Phyz-Ed, & many more.

Congratulations to Frank Vidal & the Baka Boyz for 20 Years in the music industry.

Friday (December 18th), Dilated Peoples will be performing at The House Of Blues in Anahiem, CA this past November. With special guests The Step Brothers (w/ Alchemist),Fashawn, & opening DJ set by our very own Mr. Choc. Doors open at 8pm, All Ages, Tix: $25. Don’t miss this dope Hip Hop show, possibly the last one for 2015.

TONIGHT (December 3rd) is another installment of “All You Can Dance” w/ J.Rocc & Black Carlos aka Mr. Choc at Del Monte Speakeasy in Venice, CA. It’s every 1st Thursdays of each month. This is the spot to be to get your dance on and it’s the last AYCD of 2015…..Don’t Sleep!

Our good friend, the legendary Dj Cut Chemist (Jurassic 5, Ozomatli) will be releasing his French Synth & Drum Machine based music mix called the “Funk Off” on vinyl. The FUNK OFF MEGAMIX has been pressed to a limited run of only 1,000 vinyl copies with a specially designed foil and embossed jacket. SHIPS 11/27/15.

or on Black Friday (November 27th), you can purchase the vinyl at the Rappcats Black Friday Record Store Day/Cut Chemist’s Funk Off/$1 Record Sale from 12-5pm. Don’t miss this wonderful chance to get some goodies!

Tonight (November 25th) is a special installment of Motown On Mondays LBC at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach. It’s the Pre-Thanksgiving Gobble Get Down with residents Dj Icy Ice, Dj Phatrick, Dj Sloepoke, Dj Dubs One & more. If you love classic Motown music, this is a perfect way to start off your Thanksgiving week!

This Saturday (November 28th), The Visionaries will be doing a special “Give Thanks” show at The Complex (806 E. Colorado St.) in Glendale, Ca to celebrate 20 years in the game and as a way to thank their fans. Come see Dannu, LMNO, 2Mex, Dj Rhettmatic, Lord Zen, & Key-Kool as they will be together on stage performing classic Visionaries songs as well as solo joints. It is a 21 and over event & ONLY 200 Tickets will be available. You can purchase the tickets at www.ticketfly.com. If you are a true Visionary fan & love Underground West Coast Hip Hop, this is a show that you do not want to miss!

Saturday (November 21st), our very own Rhettmatic will be joining the legendary Dj Battlecat, Jeremy Sole, & a group of talented musicians to pay tribute to the one & only Dr. Dre at the “California Love” event, brought to you by Mochilla & The Playing For Change Foundation. Peep the short video & details below….this is an event you do not want to miss!

Tonight (Tuesday November 17), Rhettmatic, Dj Icy Ice & a rare appearance by Dj Symphony will be at the “Legions Of Boom” LA panel with College Professor & Author, Oliver Wang. All happening at Cal State Long Beach from 6:30-8:30pm at the Anatol Center. It’s FREE to the public. They will be talking about the history of Filipino American Mobile DJs in Southern California. For more info: www.legionsofboom.com.

Tonight (November 14th), our very own & Skam Artists roster member Melo-D will be headlining at one of the hottest spots in Las Vegas; “Heart” at the Omni Nightclub inside Caesars’ Palace. If you happened to be in the 702 area and want to get your bottle service on, this is the spot where you wanna be at!

Tonight (November 13th) is a special night at Escala in Koreatown. Young Guru (Grammy Award Engineer/DJ), Orijanus & Andres of Soulection, & our very own Rhettmatic are the All-Star line up providing the sounds for this one night only. Come thru for some delicious Colombian Food, drinks, & good tunes to vibe/dance the night away. FREE ALL NIGHT!

Tonight (November 13th) is another installment of Snapback LBC at The Federal Bar in Downtown Long Beach. This week is Resident Night: Dj Icy Ice, Dj Remark, & Dj Orion + hosted by Trek Life. If you love classic Hip Hop & R&B, this is a perfect way to kick off your weekend!